October

In Focus

What a season it was for the 2015 UIAA Ice Climbing World Tour! From the historic Bozeman competition which marked the arrival of UIAA ice climbing in North America to Petra Klingler's win in Kirov, a first Gold for Switzerland.

Interest continues to grow on certification for the UIAA, International Commission for Alpine Rescue (ICAR) and International Society of Mountain Medicine (ISMM) Diploma of Mountain Medicine, says Medical Commission President David Hillebrandt

The UIAA endeavors to maintain a complete listing of recalled climbing equipment including partial recalls as well as appeals for checking equipment. You can also search our public database for UIAA Safety Label certified products available in the market through their brand names.

AITEX of Spain is the newest test laboratory accredited to certify climbing equipment to UIAA Safety Standards. The UIAA Safety Label is globally recognized and can be found on climbing equipment from many of the biggest gear and rope manufacturers.